The Dirección General de Tráfico (DGT) has activated a Special Traffic Operation from 15:00 on Thursday 14 August until midnight on Sunday 17 August to manage the substantial influx of vehicles during the extended holiday weekend.

• Expected Mobility
  More than 7 million road journeys—both long-distance and short trips—are anticipated over the four-day period as summer travel peaks and numerous local festivals take place.

  
  

• Safety Reminders
  Drivers are urged to remain cautious throughout all journeys—especially on conventional roads and familiar routes. Short trips should not lower one’s vigilance. Importantly, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs remains strictly prohibited, alongside adherence to seatbelt usage, speed limits, and traffic signage.

  
  

• Enforcement and Surveillance
  The DGT has mobilised considerable resources, including:

  • Traffic officers from the Guardia Civil

  • Staff from traffic management centres

  • Emergency response teams

  • Fixed and mobile speed cameras

  • Camouflaged vehicles for seatbelt and mobile phone checks

  • Helicopters and drones for aerial monitoring

    
    

• Guidance for Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs)
  A dynamic shoulder lane will be implemented on the AP-4 motorway between Dos Hermanas (km 13 + 500) and Jerez de la Frontera (km 78 + 000) during peak hours (Thursday afternoon and Friday morning). It is advised that HGVs over 7 500 kg avoid travelling in the direction of Cádiz on this stretch during these times.

  
  

• Traffic Flow Forecasts

  • Thursday afternoon (14 August): High congestion in urban exit routes and roads leading to coastal and second-home destinations, particularly between 16:00 and 23:00.

  • Friday (15 August): Continued intense traffic during 08:00–15:00, combining outgoing traffic with short-distance trips to beaches and festival sites.

  • Saturday (16 August): Sustained demand, especially in the morning, on routes towards coastal and residential areas.

  • Sunday afternoon/evening (17 August): Significant return-traffic congestion expected between 17:00 and 24:00, when holidaymakers head back to major urban centres.

    
    

• Fire Risk Considerations
  With heightened wildfire risk due to heat, drivers are encouraged to stay informed and avoid routes that may be affected by fires or road closures, to ensure safety and continuity of travel.

An extremely busy weekend on Spanish roads is anticipated due to the national holiday on Friday, August 15.

The DGT has activated a special operation to manage the high volume of traffic as travellers head to coastal resorts and tourist destinations.

Significant delays are expected on all major motorways, particularly on Friday morning and Sunday evening.

Local fiestas in Madrid and Barcelona will also affect urban traffic, while planned strikes at several airports may cause air travel disruption.

Drivers are advised to plan ahead and check for real-time updates.

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This period sees Spain dominated by a large high-pressure system, bringing settled and mostly dry conditions. Expect high temperatures across the mainland, particularly in inland areas, in in some locations a RED ALERT was already issued for heat at times, so please check your local forecast and heed the warnings!

While the weather is generally calm, there will be a few isolated showers and thunderstorms, mainly in the north and east, which could impact driving. Be mindful of sudden changes in conditions and the risk of poor visibility.

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